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old Saigon ylang-ylang

3 oils · Citrus · Floral · Woody · code BL-1554


Old Saigon, with ylang-ylang trees lining the front porch. Four drops of ylang-ylang bring sweet yellow flowers, three drops of lemon are fresh and bright, and a single drop of patchouli lays a warm, earthy base like an old brick courtyard. The scent is nostalgic and gentle, great for the living room or a reading nook in the afternoon. Put on some old songs while the diffuser runs, and the mood is complete.


Formula

Drop ratio · 4:3:1
Ylang Ylang4 drops · middle note
Lemon3 drops · top note
Patchouli1 drop · base note

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How it unfolds

On opening. Lemon (fresh, bright and clean) rises first, clearest in the first 10–15 minutes.

As it settles. Ylang ylang (rich, creamy, tropical and sweetly floral) forms the body of the scent and stays longest in the room.

What remains. Patchouli (like damp earth and dark wood, deeply sweet) sinks in and lingers after the diffuser is off.


Method

Diffuser
Ylang Ylang 4 · Lemon 3 · Patchouli 1 drops in 200–300 ml of water. Run for 30–60 minutes, then take a break.
10 ml roller
Ylang Ylang 2 · Lemon 2 · Patchouli 1 drops, then top up with a carrier oil (jojoba or sweet almond). Dab on wrists and the back of the neck.
50 ml room spray
Ylang Ylang 15 · Lemon 11 · Patchouli 4 drops + 1 teaspoon of food-grade alcohol, then top up with distilled water. Shake before spraying.

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Safety

Photosensitizing

Lemon can make skin sensitive to sunlight when applied topically — avoid sun and tanning beds for 12 hours after applying.

Do not use for children under 6, during pregnancy, or if you have a health condition without asking a professional first. Never ingest essential oils; keep them out of reach of children and pets.


FAQ

How do I use old Saigon ylang-ylang in a diffuser?
Add Ylang Ylang 4 · Lemon 3 · Patchouli 1 drops to 200–300 ml of water. In a room under 15 m², use 1–2 drops less; in a room over 25 m², add 1 more drop of the main oil.
What can I use instead of ylang ylang?
Swap ylang ylang for lavender or geranium — same floral family. The blend will shift a little: lavender is floral-herbal, clean and soothing.
When is the best time to use old Saigon ylang-ylang?
Use it when guests are coming, on weekends, after tidying the house, or whenever you want a little good mood.

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